Psychotropic Medication Utilization Parameters for Foster Children

In February of 2005, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) released a "best practices" guide to ensure the proper use of psychotropic medications for the children in foster care. Please see http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Protection/Medical_Services/guide-psychotropic.asp to access this guide and related information.